ABOUT
I do not read, but have a good ear for backing latin, jazz, funk, and even mellower bands and musician. Most of what I play comes out of traditional afro-caribbean rhythms, but I also enjoy swinging and playing straight funk.
More info at .maxkelly
- Screen name:
- Max Kelly
- Member since:
- Dec 20 2009
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Moderately Committed
- Years playing music:
- 20
- Gigs played:
- 50 to 100
- Tend to practice:
- 1 time per week
- Available to gig:
- 1 night a week
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
Monk, Sade, Eddie Palmieri, Coltrane, Hector Lavoe, Coleman Hawkins, Maxwell, Ruben Blades, & Lester Bowie.
EQUIPMENT
Congas, Bongos, Cajon, all the toys. I also have necessary mics and stands.
MUSIC
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Majestad Negra
Majestad Negra Genre: Latin
Majestad Negra Lyrics, Luis Pales Matos Marta Nazario, Vocals Max Kelly, Percussion Recorded at my home/studio and outdoors at Nokomis Beach Pavilion On this cut I play congas, bell and clave behind native puertoriqueña Marta Nazario as she interprets the afro-antillano poetry of Luis Palés Matos.
